Feelings
Feelings

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Feelings

1968
Movie
85 min
Lithuanian

When a widowed fisherman moves in with his brother and sister-in-law to escape the collapsing Nazi forces, he finds himself caught up, like Lithuania itself, in perilous questions of collaboration and occupation, resistance and escape.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Jerome NeffGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman's life is turned upside down when she falls for a man who is already married. She grapples with the moral implications of her choices while navigating a complex emotional landscape. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of following one's desires.

Critical Reception

Feelings received a largely negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its characters underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to its limited theatrical run.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics noted the film's unoriginal storyline and weak characterizations.

  • The performances were often described as uninspired, failing to elevate the material.

  • Many found the melodrama to be unconvincing and dated even for its time.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's execution and dramatic impact.

Fun Fact

Dawn Wells, best known for her role as Mary Ann Summers in Gilligan's Island, stars in a dramatic role in this film, a significant departure from her iconic comedic persona.

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